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The good and bad of living in Woodburn
Hey folks, Military spouse here. Median household income is $67,469, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $67,469 in Woodburn. Crime rate is something to consider -Woodburn sits at 341.7 per 100K. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Strong sense of community
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Mosquitoes and humidity
- Far from major airports
Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Strong sense of community
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Mosquitoes and humidity
- Far from major airports
Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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